In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon turns the tables with returning guest Dr. Rashmi Roy for a deeply personal conversation about the thyroid cancer scare that changed her life 23 years ago. This time, Dr. Roy takes the interviewer's seat, asking Sharon the questions she asks her patients every day as Sharon walks through discovering her thyroid nodule, undergoing a biopsy, choosing a surgeon, and preparing for surgery with three young children at home.

Sharon shares what it was like to face an uncertain diagnosis, interview four different surgeons, travel out of state to find the right specialist, and prepare her children for a surgery when she didn't yet know exactly what the outcome would be. Dr. Roy adds expert insight throughout, explaining what thyroid biopsies are really like, why high-volume surgeons matter, what recovery can look like, and why thyroid medication doesn't have to stand between you and a normal, active life.

Tune in for an honest look at what it means to face a potentially life-changing diagnosis, advocate for yourself, and come out the other side with a powerful reminder: don't ignore your health, trust your gut, and find the right expert to guide you.

[00:00] Introduction [03:12] How Sharon's Thyroid Nodule Was Discovered [06:03] What It Was Really Like to Have a Thyroid Biopsy [08:47] Finding the Right Surgeon [13:07] Preparing Three Young Children for Surgery [14:14] What Happened on the Day of Surgery [19:17] What Recovery Was Really Like After Thyroid Surgery [27:42] The Advice Sharon Has for Women With a Thyroid Nodule [29:56] Asking the Hard Questions and Advocating for Yourself [31:56] 23 Years Later: Life on the Other Side

Meet my guest, Dr. Rashmi Roy:

Dr. Roy is at The Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa, Florida. Website:https://thyroidcancer.com/ To get Dr. Roy's expert opinion on what's going on in your thyroid, please indicate you'd like Dr. Roy to review your records.

Dr. Roy's Goiter Guru YouTube Channel. You can also find her: @goiterguru on Instagram and TikTok. Please DM her there.

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Keep an eye out for episode #72 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Denise Pough, a SAHM who started watching home renovation and decorating shows and realized she could turn her love of interior design into a business. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with community builder, entrepreneur, and connector extraordinaire Penny Goffman to explore how motherhood helped her discover the business she was always meant to build. After spending five years as a stay-at-home mom, Penny launched a mobile fashion boutique before finding her true calling helping women, brands, and entrepreneurs build meaningful relationships through the power of authentic connection.

Penny shares why community is about far more than networking, the motherhood skills that have fueled her success, and how staying engaged after an introduction creates opportunities that can change careers. She also opens up about rejecting "mom martyrdom," setting boundaries with teenagers, and why putting yourself first isn't selfish; rather it's one of the greatest gifts you can give your family.

Tune in for an empowering conversation about confidence, connection, entrepreneurship, and building a life that reflects your worth.

[00:00] Introduction [03:21] Why Penny Chose to Become a Stay-at-Home Mom [04:53] Turning the Gift of Connection Into a Career [06:52] Launching a Mobile Fashion Boutique From Scratch [08:27] What Entrepreneurial Moms Really Need From Community [11:10] The Motherhood Skill That Fuels Her Success [14:00] The Art of Reading a Room and Building Relationships [16:15] Rebuilding Community in Her Own Backyard [17:40] The Secret to Creating Lasting Connections [20:10] Why Penny Rejects the Myth of Mom Martyrdom [25:12] Building Confidence by Acting "As If" [31:09] Creating Haven Power Up for Women Leaders [33:29] Why Penny's "More" Is Actually Less

Meet my guest, Penny Goffman:

Website: https://pennygoffman.com/

Instagram: @thatpennylife_

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Keep an eye out for episode #71 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Dr. Rashmi Roy, Endocrine Surgeon and the thyroid Goiter Guru. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with entrepreneur, storytelling strategist, and keynote speaker Krista Demcher to explore what it really means to build a successful career without sacrificing the life you want at home. After becoming a mother, Krista walked away from a traditional counseling career and created an entrepreneurial path that allowed her to be present for her children while pursuing meaningful work on her own terms.

Krista shares the mindset shift that transformed her relationship with sales, why authenticity is the foundation of every successful business, and how women can reconnect with the parts of themselves that existed long before motherhood. She also explains her Acorn Method, the power of intuition, and why your unique story is your greatest professional advantage.

Tune in for an encouraging conversation about reinvention, entrepreneurship, identity, and embracing what makes you different as you build your next chapter.

[00:00] Introduction [03:36] Choosing a Different Path After Motherhood [07:31] Leaving a Traditional Career to Build a Flexible Life [11:12] How Entrepreneurship Changed Everything [13:33] The Reality of Being an Intentional Hybrid Mom [16:59] The Sales Lesson That Changed Krista's Business Forever [20:23] Why Your Different Is Better Than Better [23:07] The Most Underrated Skill Motherhood Builds [25:16] Inside Krista's Acorn Method [27:05] Why It's Never Too Late to Rebrand Yourself [30:08] Redefining Sales Through Authentic Storytelling [32:31] Returning to Childhood Passions Meet my guest, Krista Demcher:

Website: https://kristademcher.com/Instagram: @kristademcher Podcast: She Sells He Sells

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Keep an eye out for episode #70 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Penny Goffman, entrepreneur, community builder and experiential strategist. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with Alaska bush pilot, aerial photographer, and journalist Katie Writer, who has spent more than two decades navigating remote Alaskan terrain while raising two children in the wilderness. She shares how extreme skiing first drew her north, how motherhood shaped her identity, and how documenting glaciers and climate change from the cockpit became her purpose.

Katie talks about raising children in a dry cabin (no indoor plumbing or running water!) , enduring long stretches of isolation, and realizing she needed more support and more of herself back. She reflects on the skills motherhood built such as preparation, intuition, and playfulness, and how those same qualities make her a better pilot and storyteller.

Tune in for a breathtaking look at resilience, reinvention, and what is possible when you trust your own path, both in the air and on the ground.

[00:00] Introduction [02:36] Building a Life in the Wilderness From Colorado to Alaska [05:04] Competing in the World Extreme Skiing Championships [06:35] Choosing Motherhood After a Life of Adventure [09:28] Raising Babies in a Dry Cabin in Remote Alaska [11:14] The Moment Katie Realized Something Had to Change [13:48] Starting Over and Rebuilding Life in Anchorage [16:51] Navigating Life as a Bush Pilot and Mother [20:50] Using Photography to Tell the Story of Climate Change [24:41] The Unexpected Skills learned in motherhood [27:47] Katie's Dream of Becoming a National Geographic Photographer

Meet my guest, Katie Writer:

Instagram/Facebook: @akktwriter and @cubrideswithkt

Photography & Prints: https://www.katiewritergallery.com/

Scenic Flights: https://cubflights.com/

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Keep an eye out for episode #69 of the Mom to MORE® podcast with Krista Demcher, storytelling strategist who helps entrepreneurs sell authentically, taking the "sleaze" out of sales. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and creator Libby Ward to explore the invisible weight so many mothers carry and the powerful journey of reclaiming themselves. Known for her honest conversations about motherhood, Libby shares how burnout, rage, and years of putting everyone else first ultimately led her to rediscover who she was beyond the role of "mom."

Libby opens up about the mental load, breaking generational patterns, healing childhood trauma, and why motherhood doesn't require women to sacrifice their own humanity. She shares the life-changing lessons behind her book Honest Motherhood and explains why learning to meet your own needs isn't selfish, it's essential.

Tune in for a deeply honest conversation about motherhood, healing, self-worth, and giving yourself permission to become whole again.

[00:00] Introduction [04:05] Why Millions of Mothers Connected With Libby's Message [08:04] The Moment Libby Realized She Wasn't Really Present [11:24] Burnout, Rage, and the Breaking Point That Changed Everything [15:20] Asking the Hard Question: What Do I Actually Need? [18:48] How Childhood Trauma Shaped Libby's Motherhood Journey [24:06] Unlearning the Belief That Rest Must Be Earned [28:19] Why Humor Has Become Part of Libby's Healing [31:50] Choosing Yourself to Become a Better Mother [36:02] The Motherhood Skills That Build Careers [38:41] Letting Go of the Need for Permission [39:46] Defining What "More" Means Today

Website: https://libbyward.com/

Instagram: @libbyward

TikTok: @libbywardofficial

Book: Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind, Finding Myself

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Keep an eye out for episode #68 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Katie Writer, Alaska bush pilot, nature photographer and host of the Alaska Climate & Aviation podcast. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

This week on Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with Elodie Ferchaud, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Boundless Life, a global community helping families live, work, and learn around the world. A French mother of four raising her children across cultures, Elodie shares how an unexpected loss reshaped her perspective on life, motherhood and what is truly possible.

Elodie opens up about building a company while raising four children, the power of community and why motherhood has made her a stronger leader. She discusses slow travel, raising global citizens, navigating cultural expectations around motherhood and creating a life aligned with her values rather than society's script.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about reinvention, courage, community, and giving yourself permission to imagine a different kind of life.

[00:00] Introduction [03:17] Raising Four Children Across Cultures [05:02] What Daily Life Looks Like Living Abroad [07:23] Why Community Is Essential for Families [10:04] Raising Global Citizens Through Travel [13:38] How Grief Became a Turning Point [17:30] Building Boundless Life From an Idea to a Global Movement [20:04] Marketing a Lifestyle That Didn't Exist Yet [21:24] The Countries Where Boundless Life Operates Today [23:09] Why Reinvention Requires Community [25:17] How Motherhood Made Elodie a Better Leader [29:48] Navigating Cultural Expectations of Motherhood [31:55] Advice for Moms Who Want Something More [33:48] Elodie's Vision for Her Next Great Adventure

Meet my guest, Elodie Ferchaud

Website: https://boundless.life/

Instagram: @boundless.life, @eloferchaud

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Keep an eye out for episode #67 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Libby Ward, author of Honest Motherhood. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with endocrine surgeon and thyroid cancer specialist Dr. Rashmi Roy to discuss a health issue that affects women at significantly higher rates than men - yet rarely gets the screening it deserves. As one of the highest-volume thyroid surgeons in the United States, Dr. Roy is leading ground-breaking research on thyroid cancer screening and advocating for the kind of early detection that can change - and save - women's lives..

Dr. Roy explains the difference between thyroid nodules, goiters, and thyroid cancer, why normal thyroid bloodwork does not rule out cancer, and the symptoms women should never ignore. She also shares insights from her nationwide thyroid ultrasound screening program and offers practical advice on advocating for your own thyroid health.

Tune in for an eye-opening conversation about prevention, early detection, and the simple steps every woman can take to become more informed about her thyroid health.

[00:00] Introduction [02:39] Why Thyroid Cancer Is Rising in Women [04:43] Understanding Thyroid Nodules, Goiters, and Cancer [06:20] What Thyroid Screening Research Is Revealing [07:59] Symptoms Women Should Never Ignore [09:45] Why Normal Bloodwork Doesn't Rule Out Thyroid Cancer [14:09] Inside Dr. Roy's Mobile Thyroid Screening Program [16:04] When and How Often Women Should Get a Thyroid Ultrasound [17:17] What to Do If You Receive a Thyroid Nodule Diagnosis [22:15] Why Thyroid Screening Isn't Standard Practice Yet [25:13] Simple Ways to Monitor Your Thyroid Health at Home [27:31] Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Doctor About Thyroid Health

Meet my guest, Dr. Rashmi Roy

Dr. Roy's Goiter Guru YouTube Channel

Website: https://thyroidcancer.com/

Instagram & TikTok: @goiterguru

Dr. Roy's essential questions every woman should ask their doctor

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Keep an eye out for episode #66 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Elodie Ferchaud, Co-founder of Boundless Life. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon sits down with Meghan Caponiti and Kristin Price Hocker, co-hosts of the new podcast Finding Fabulous. Both women were navigating major midlife shifts, from empty nests and aging parents to unexpected health crises, and found themselves searching for what comes next.

Their stories are honest, funny, and deeply relatable. Together they talk about the messy middle, the fear of starting over, the hidden skills motherhood builds, and why midlife is the perfect time to create something new.

Tune in for a conversation filled with honesty, humor, reinvention, and the reminder that you are never behind, you're just one small step away from your next chapter.

[00:00] Introduction [02:54] How Meghan and Kristin first met [05:46] Becoming stay at home moms and early identity shifts [08:58] The hidden skills motherhood quietly builds [10:33] Kids, personalities, and the Groundhog Day years [12:50] Entering the messy middle [14:36] Feeling stuck and taking the first step [17:34] Why so many women reinvent in their 50s [19:41] Chase your talents, not your dreams [20:50] Kristin's medical crisis and survival story [26:20] The birth of Finding Fabulous

Meet my guests, Meghan Caponiti and Kristin Price Hocker:

Podcast: Finding Fabulous available on. Spotify, Apple and all platforms.

Instagram: @findingfabulouspod

Meghan: @hernextmoves

Kristin: @kristinpcan

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Keep an eye out for episode #65 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Dr. Rashmi Roy, Endocrine Surgeon and the thyroid Goiter Guru. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon welcomes author, speaker, and entrepreneur Anne Taylor Hartzell. Creator of the Choose Adventure Mindset and author of All Who Wonder: A Guide to Finding Your Path in Seasons of Change, Anne shares how motherhood, empty nest life, and a quiet dorm room drop-off inspired her next chapter.

Anne opens up about leaving agency life to create flexibility for her family, learning to trust her intuition, reframing fear as curiosity, and taking small brave steps toward what's next. She also shares her five-step Choose Adventure framework and encourages women to stop shrinking and start building lives with fewer regrets and more adventure.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about motherhood, midlife, creativity, courage, and reframing that devil on our shoulder we call fear into curiosity.

[00:00] Introduction [03:07] Leaving Agency Life to Create More Flexibility for Family [05:41] The Reinvention Skills Motherhood Quietly Teaches You [08:21] The Empty Nest Moment That Sparked Anne's Next Chapter [13:07] The Real Cost of Playing It Safe in Midlife [15:02] Midlife Choices of Shrinking Back or Choosing Growth [16:11] Injury, Stillness & Finally Beginning the Book [18:52] Reframing Fear as Curiosity During Seasons of Change [21:11] Anne's Five-Step Choose Adventure Framework [24:25] Why You Don't Need to Feel Ready to Start Something New [29:20] Creating Community, Connection & Support for Women in Midlife

Meet my guest, Anne Taylor Hartzell:

Read Anne's book: All Who Wander: A Guide To Finding Your Path In Seasons Of Change.

Podcast: All Who Wander on Spotify, Apple or wherever you listen in.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiptravelmama

Website: https://www.annetaylorhartzell.com/

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Keep an eye out for episode #63 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Kristin Price Hocker & Meghan Caponiti, Co-hosts of Finding Fabulous podcast and we dive into the process of their dual reinvention. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥

In this episode of Mom to MORE®, Sharon Macey welcomes CPA, CEO, and former stay-at-home mom Susan DeMarco. With an MBA, a background at major firms like Merck and PricewaterhouseCoopers, and now serving as CEO of Brand K Partners, Susan's journey is a powerful example of what's possible after a career pause.

In this conversation, Susan shares how stepping away to raise her four sons didn't diminish her capabilities rather it strengthened them. She opens up about the challenges of re-entering the workforce after a long resume gap, the unexpected silence she faced, and how taking a step "below" her experience ultimately led her to leadership.

Tune in for an honest conversation about redefining career paths, recognizing the hidden value of motherhood, building flexible workplaces, and trusting that the long way around can still lead exactly where you're meant to be.

[00:00] Introduction [02:42] Choosing Motherhood and Raising Four Sons [05:10] Leadership Skills Learned Through Motherhood [08:28] The Rewards of Staying Home with Kids [09:29] How to Talk About the Resume Gap [13:18] The Reality of Returning to Work After a Career Break [15:26] Taking a Job Below Your Experience Level [17:10] Creating a Flexible Work Culture for Parents [20:29] Balancing Work, Motherhood, and Self-Care [25:24] Rethinking Family Leave and Support for Moms

Meet my guest, Susan De Marco:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftmom2ceo

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-de-marco-mba-cpa-349399206/

Website: https://www.brandkpartners.com

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Keep an eye out for episode #63 of the Mom to MORE® podcast where Sharon is joined by Anne Taylor Hartzell, Founder of Hip Travel Mama and author of All Who Wander: A Guide To Finding Your Path In Seasons Of Change. Coming soon - you won't want to miss it ♥